Checking UV index to plan when to tan
You might be checking the UV index. It is a scale that goes from 1 to 11, and it predicts the intensity of ultraviolet rays or radiation from the sun.
You might be checking the UV index. It is a scale that goes from 1 to 11, and it predicts the intensity of ultraviolet rays or radiation from the sun.
Theme Park Thursday: Attractions to stay cool
With summer underway and the brutal heat returning, it's important to stay cool. There are several attractions at Central Florida theme parks that can provide some relief. Matthew Miller, theme park technologist and super creative director at Innovated Studios, joins Good Day Orlando to provide some helpful recommendations.
With summer underway and the brutal heat returning, it's important to stay cool. There are several attractions at Central Florida theme parks that can provide some relief. Matthew Miller, theme park technologist and super creative director at Innovated Studios, joins Good Day Orlando to provide some helpful recommendations.
World's Largest Swimming Lesson in Eatonville
Olympic Swimmer Alia Atkinson joined children from the Boys & Girls Club in Eatonville for a Water Safety Clinic as part of the World?s Largest Swimming Lesson on Thursday morning. Atkinson represented Jamaica in the Olympics five different times from 2004 to 2020. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish heads over to the event to speak with some of the participants.
Olympic Swimmer Alia Atkinson joined children from the Boys & Girls Club in Eatonville for a Water Safety Clinic as part of the World?s Largest Swimming Lesson on Thursday morning. Atkinson represented Jamaica in the Olympics five different times from 2004 to 2020. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish heads over to the event to speak with some of the participants.
Double amputee returns to skateboarding after illness
Nigel Smith, 24, lost both of his legs below the knee in January after a rare strep infection led to sepsis and organ failure. Months later, he is back skateboarding thanks to intensive rehabilitation at Orlando Health?s Advanced Rehabilitation Institute. Using a zero-gravity harness system, therapists helped him regain balance, strength, and confidence.
Nigel Smith, 24, lost both of his legs below the knee in January after a rare strep infection led to sepsis and organ failure. Months later, he is back skateboarding thanks to intensive rehabilitation at Orlando Health?s Advanced Rehabilitation Institute. Using a zero-gravity harness system, therapists helped him regain balance, strength, and confidence.
Push for a four-day workweek
Of course, workers want a four-day workweek, and news data shows that companies should too. Experts say that businesses and nonprofits that adopt a shorter work week see excellent results in performance metrics and revenue ? and they rarely want to go back. David Sprinkle, managing partner at Veritas Recruiting Group, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the pros and cons.
Of course, workers want a four-day workweek, and news data shows that companies should too. Experts say that businesses and nonprofits that adopt a shorter work week see excellent results in performance metrics and revenue ? and they rarely want to go back. David Sprinkle, managing partner at Veritas Recruiting Group, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the pros and cons.
Scam of the week: Florida lottery
The Florida Lottery is warning players to be on high alert as reports of scam phone calls continue to rise. Scammers are falsely claiming individuals have won large lottery prizes and then requesting upfront payments for ?taxes? or asking for sensitive personal information. Erika Urdaneta, executive vice president of the Better Business Bureau of Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to share tips on how to protect yourself.
The Florida Lottery is warning players to be on high alert as reports of scam phone calls continue to rise. Scammers are falsely claiming individuals have won large lottery prizes and then requesting upfront payments for ?taxes? or asking for sensitive personal information. Erika Urdaneta, executive vice president of the Better Business Bureau of Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to share tips on how to protect yourself.
World's Largest Swimming Lesson at Typhoon Lagoon
More than 1,000 local students from eight Florida nonprofits are set to take part in The World?s Largest Swimming Lesson at Walt Disney World's Typhoon Lagoon today. The World?s Largest Swimming Lesson is an annual event held at different locations around the world. Organized by the World Waterpark Association, it?s designed to teach kids how to swim safely and help prevent drowning. FOX 35's Marley Capper talks to some of the participants at the Disney event.
More than 1,000 local students from eight Florida nonprofits are set to take part in The World?s Largest Swimming Lesson at Walt Disney World's Typhoon Lagoon today. The World?s Largest Swimming Lesson is an annual event held at different locations around the world. Organized by the World Waterpark Association, it?s designed to teach kids how to swim safely and help prevent drowning. FOX 35's Marley Capper talks to some of the participants at the Disney event.
Orlando Magic CEO stepping down
Alex Martins has announced he will be stepping down as the Orlando Magic's CEO. Martins joins Good Day Orlando to talk about his new role with the organization, his years as CEO and the completed 2025 NBA Draft.
Alex Martins has announced he will be stepping down as the Orlando Magic's CEO. Martins joins Good Day Orlando to talk about his new role with the organization, his years as CEO and the completed 2025 NBA Draft.
Condo legislation pause, primary results, rescue flights
A lot has been happening in Florida's political landscape with the recent local primary election, rescue flights being chartered from Israel and a pause on legislation related to condominiums. Dr. Larry Walker, an associate professor at the University of Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss.
A lot has been happening in Florida's political landscape with the recent local primary election, rescue flights being chartered from Israel and a pause on legislation related to condominiums. Dr. Larry Walker, an associate professor at the University of Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss.
U-Haul crash shuts down University Boulevard
A U-Haul truck ran off the roadway, crashing into a fence and knocking down a light pole on Thursday morning in Orange County. There is currently roadblock on University Boulevard due to the wires from the light pole.
A U-Haul truck ran off the roadway, crashing into a fence and knocking down a light pole on Thursday morning in Orange County. There is currently roadblock on University Boulevard due to the wires from the light pole.
Trump administration responds to leaked intelligence
President Donald Trump and his top officials have pushed back on a leaked intelligence report that said the United States' strikes on Iran only set its nuclear program back by a few months. Trump has said that the strikes led to the "virtual obliteration" of Iran's nuclear capabilities and set its atomic program back "by decades."
President Donald Trump and his top officials have pushed back on a leaked intelligence report that said the United States' strikes on Iran only set its nuclear program back by a few months. Trump has said that the strikes led to the "virtual obliteration" of Iran's nuclear capabilities and set its atomic program back "by decades."
Plant propagation: How to grow plants using cut stems
Calvin Gardner, an urban horticulture extension agent from the University of Florida, joins Good Day Orlando for a plant propagation activity. Gardner shows how to cut the stems off plants and how to use them to grow more plants using the cut stems.
Calvin Gardner, an urban horticulture extension agent from the University of Florida, joins Good Day Orlando for a plant propagation activity. Gardner shows how to cut the stems off plants and how to use them to grow more plants using the cut stems.
How to find summer travel deals
Summer is officially here, and before you start resenting your Instagram feed for being packed with pictures of everyone you know in Italy, it?s time to find out the secrets to finding a great deal for your summer travel. Consumer Reporter Steve Noviello shares the money-saving strategies that can even land you with a deal on a first-class seat!
Summer is officially here, and before you start resenting your Instagram feed for being packed with pictures of everyone you know in Italy, it?s time to find out the secrets to finding a great deal for your summer travel. Consumer Reporter Steve Noviello shares the money-saving strategies that can even land you with a deal on a first-class seat!
Wife of suspended Osceola County sheriff remains in jail
Robin Severance-Lopez, a former Osceola County deputy ? and the estranged wife of suspended Sheriff Marcos Lopez ? has been arrested, accused of helping move money related to an illegal gambling operation that her husband and four others were allegedly involved with.
Robin Severance-Lopez, a former Osceola County deputy ? and the estranged wife of suspended Sheriff Marcos Lopez ? has been arrested, accused of helping move money related to an illegal gambling operation that her husband and four others were allegedly involved with.
Conflicting reports on damage in Iran
President Donald Trump and his top officials have pushed back on a leaked intelligence report that said United States strikes on Iran only set its nuclear program back by a few months. Trump said the strikes led to the "virtual obliteration" of Iran's nuclear capabilities and set its atomic program back "by decades." However, other sources are saying that Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium was not eliminated.
President Donald Trump and his top officials have pushed back on a leaked intelligence report that said United States strikes on Iran only set its nuclear program back by a few months. Trump said the strikes led to the "virtual obliteration" of Iran's nuclear capabilities and set its atomic program back "by decades." However, other sources are saying that Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium was not eliminated.
Amputee skater defies odds
Nigel Smith is a 24-year-old who lost both of his legs because of a strep infection, but now he is determined to get back to the sport he loves: skateboarding. FOX 35's Caroline Coles has his incredible journey.
Nigel Smith is a 24-year-old who lost both of his legs because of a strep infection, but now he is determined to get back to the sport he loves: skateboarding. FOX 35's Caroline Coles has his incredible journey.
Miss Florida & Miss Florida teen competitions
FOX 35's David Martin speaks with contestants of the Miss Florida & Miss Florida teen competitions.
FOX 35's David Martin speaks with contestants of the Miss Florida & Miss Florida teen competitions.
'Buy now, pay later' loans added to credit scores
Financial expert Joe Bert discusses "buy now, pay later" loans.
Financial expert Joe Bert discusses "buy now, pay later" loans.
Axiom-4 crew heading to the ISS
NASA, SpaceX and Axiom Space launched Axiom Mission 4 early Wednesday morning following three prior scrubbed launches.
NASA, SpaceX and Axiom Space launched Axiom Mission 4 early Wednesday morning following three prior scrubbed launches.
How to survive summer travel at the airport
Experts are projecting that more than 72 million Americans are expected to take a trip over the Fourth of July holiday, and Orlando is the No. 1 destination. FOX 35's Marley Capper heads over to the Orlando International Airport (MCO) to share some tips on the busy travel season.
Experts are projecting that more than 72 million Americans are expected to take a trip over the Fourth of July holiday, and Orlando is the No. 1 destination. FOX 35's Marley Capper heads over to the Orlando International Airport (MCO) to share some tips on the busy travel season.